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Our blog shares helpful insights on internal medicine, preventive care, and everyday health topics important to the McAllen community. Our goal is to help you in staying informed, healthy, and proactive about your well-being.
Tamales, Pan Dulce, and Your A1C: Managing Diabetes Through the Holidays in the Rio Grande Valley
Holiday food in the Valley is not the enemy of good blood sugar — but it does require a plan. A McAllen physician's practical guide to tamales, pan dulce, and champurrado with diabetes.
Winter Texans: How to Set Up Health Care in the Rio Grande Valley Before You Arrive
pending the winter in the Rio Grande Valley? Find out whether your Medicare plan covers you in Texas, how to transfer prescriptions, and why establishing a local doctor in October beats finding one in January.
Choosing a Medicare Plan for 2027: How to Make Sure You Keep Your Doctor
Medicare open enrollment runs October 15 to December 7. Before you switch plans, learn how to verify your doctor is in-network for 2027 — and why some practices limit Medicare Advantage participation.
Which Vaccines Do Adults Need This Fall? A McAllen Doctor's Guide to Flu, COVID, RSV, Pneumonia, and Shingles
Five vaccines are on the table for adults this fall, and not everyone needs all five. A guide to which ones apply to you by age and condition, what Medicare pays, and where to get them in McAllen, TX.
How Remote Patient Monitoring Works — A Guide for Patients in McAllen, TX
Remote patient monitoring sends your blood pressure, blood sugar, or weight readings to your doctor automatically from home. Learn how it works, what Medicare covers in 2026, and who qualifies at Giraldo Internal Medicine in McAllen, TX.
How to Choose a Weight Loss Clinic in McAllen, TX
Looking for a weight loss clinic in McAllen, TX? Learn what to look for in a medical weight loss program and how Giraldo Internal Medicine can help you reach your goals.
Understanding High Blood Pressure.
Hypertension is often called the silent killer because it rarely causes obvious symptoms. You can have high blood pressure for years without knowing it
Diabetes Management in the Rio Grande Valley: What You Need to Know
In this article you will understand why the Rio Grande Valley requires special attention when it comes to Diabetes.
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